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Objective Systematic review and meta-analysis conducted to investigate the effect of
stratified pre-pregnancy maternal body mass index on twenty maternal and fetal/neonatal …

Background Beyond term, the risks of stillbirth or neonatal death increase. It is unclear
whether a policy of labour induction can reduce these risks. This Cochrane review is an …

Background Women who undergo bariatric surgery prior to pregnancy are less likely to
experience comorbidities associated with obesity such as gestational diabetes and …

Background Risks of stillbirth or neonatal death increase as gestation continues beyond
term (around 40 weeks' gestation). It is unclear whether a policy of labour induction can …

Background Obesity in pregnancy is increasing worldwide, reaching epidemic proportions in
many countries and frequently creating challenges for obstetricians. We conducted this …

Abstract Background Preterm (< 37 weeks gestation) and post–term birth (≥ 42 weeks
gestation) are associated with increased morbidity and mortality for mother and infant …

Aim Obesity at the start of pregnancy has been rising worldwide, increasing the risk of
maternal complications. We reviewed the independent effects of maternal obesity during …

Objective: Examine the effect of prepregnancy weight and maternal gestational weight gain
on postterm delivery rates. Study Design: This was a retrospective cohort study of term …

Maternal obesity increases risks of adverse fetal and infant outcomes. Guidelines use body
mass index to diagnose maternal obesity. Evidence suggests body fat distribution might …